George Conway Explains It All (To Sarah Longwell) S2 Ep111: Trump’s DOJ Plays Dirty — SCOTUS Isn’t Having It
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May 23, 2025 Discussion highlights recent legal chaos in Trump World, including the cringe-worthy Supreme Court audition of Judge Ho and Kristi Noem's misunderstandings of constitutional rights. George shares insights on the new attacks against Amy Coney Barrett and how the Supreme Court has countered government overreach. The conversation touches on the absurdities of a potential bribery scandal involving Paramount and Trump's lawsuit, all while emphasizing the need for public vigilance against corruption and political ambition.
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Bush Appointees Outpace Trump Appointees
- Surprisingly, Bush appointees Thomas and Alito back Trump more strongly than Trump's own appointees.
- Amy Coney Barrett appears conscientious and less tolerant of the administration's constitutional violations.
Barrett Defies Trumpist Expectations
- Amy Coney Barrett defies the expectations of Trumpists by deciding cases based on fairness and law.
- Her thoughtful approach alienates some right-wing conservatives focused solely on ideological litmus tests.
Judge Ho’s Bizarre Concurrence Critique
- Judge Ho's concurrence defends Trump and criticizes other courts, revealing a lack of judicial temperament.
- The contempt is misplaced; the disrespect truly comes from Trump's administration flouting the rule of law.